Last updated: September 14, 2026 (through Week 1). Here are the top two fantasy football scorers at every position so far this season, in half-PPR scoring. We refresh this every Monday once the weekend slate is final, so check back each week to see who is carrying fantasy rosters. Full weekly rankings and waiver targets are linked below.
Week 1 Fantasy Leaders by Position
| Position | No. 1 | No. 2 |
|---|---|---|
| QB | Caleb Williams | Josh Allen |
| RB | Derrick Henry | D’Andre Swift |
| WR | Jalen Coker | Christian Watson |
| TE | Isaiah Likely | Dallas Goedert |
| K | Evan McPherson | Chad Ryland |
| DEF | Cincinnati Bengals | Top unit |
Quarterback and running back went chalk at the top, with Caleb Williams and Derrick Henry leading the way, but the receiver and tight end spots delivered the usual Week 1 surprises. That is exactly why the leaderboard is worth checking every Monday: the names at the top move fast, and this week’s standouts are next week’s tough start-sit calls.
How We Track Fantasy Leaders
These are the top scorers at each position in half-PPR scoring (one point per reception is worth half a point), the most common league format. Kicker and defense are included because they win just as many weeks as the skill positions. We update the board every Monday after the weekend games, and again if a Monday night performance changes the top of a position.
Set Your Lineup for Next Week
Leaders tell you who is hot; rankings tell you who to start. Head to our 2026 fantasy football hub for the full toolkit, or go straight to the weekly quarterback, running back, wide receiver and tight end rankings. New to a position label on the board? Our fantasy football abbreviations guide breaks down every stat and roster term.
Fantasy Leaders FAQ
Who is the top fantasy quarterback this week? Through Week 1, Caleb Williams is the No. 1 fantasy quarterback, with Josh Allen right behind him.
What scoring is this based on? Half-PPR, the most popular league format. Rankings for standard and full-PPR leagues are on our fantasy hub.
